General Knowledge Questions

Q:

Which of the following is not a function of saliva?

A) contains fluoride to harden the tooth enamel B) moistens food and helps stick it together to make it easier to swallow
C) begins the chemical breakdown of starches D) helps clean the mouth
 
Answer & Explanation Answer: A) contains fluoride to harden the tooth enamel

Explanation:

Saliva is produced by the salivary gland which helps in food digestion.

 

Option A) contains fluoride to harden the tooth enamel is not the function of saliva.

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V-RAM is used for access of the following ?

A) Programs B) Video & Graphics
C) Text & Images D) All
 
Answer & Explanation Answer: B) Video & Graphics

Explanation:

VRAM or (video RAM), reference to any type of random access memory (RAM) is a dual-ported variant of dynamic RAM (DRAM) used to store the framebuffer in graphics adapters.

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Which of the following Schemes was launched to promote basic education in India and attract children in School going age to attend the classes?

A) Pulse Polio Abhiyan B) Operation Flood
C) Mid-Day Meal Schema D) Operation Black Board
 
Answer & Explanation Answer: C) Mid-Day Meal Schema

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As per the Census of 2001, the least urbanised State of India is

A) Arunachal Pradesh B) Assam
C) Himachal Pradesh D) Uttar Pradesh
 
Answer & Explanation Answer: C) Himachal Pradesh

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Q:

Soil erosion can be prevented by

A) Removal of vegetation B) Overgrazing
C) Afforestation D) Increasing bird population
 
Answer & Explanation Answer: C) Afforestation

Explanation:

The four most common soil erosion prevention methods are vegetation, geotextiles, mulch, and retaining walls.

By planting grass in areas of concentrated water flow, farmers can prevent much of the soil erosion that results from runoff, as the grass stabilizes the soil while still providing an outlet for drainage.

Preventing soil erosion is critical in protecting your property and exposed soil, whether from wind, weather, running water, and even the after-effects of the forest fire.

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Which international organization has declared 2017 as the “International Year of Sustainable Tourism for Development”?

A) Asian Development Bank (ADB) B) World Trade Organisation (WTO)
C) United Nations (UN) D) International Monetary Fund (IMF)
 
Answer & Explanation Answer: C) United Nations (UN)

Explanation:

The United Nations (UN) has declared 2017 as the "International Year of Sustainable Tourism for Development" to celebrate and advance the commitment of the tourism division to building a superior world.The International Year aims to support a change in policies, business practices and consumer behavior towards a more sustainable tourism sector that can contribute effectively to the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).

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Q:

'Dona Paula' is one of the most famous and striking monuments located in which state ?

A) Telangana B) Goa
C) Tamil Nadu D) Andhra Pradesh
 
Answer & Explanation Answer: B) Goa

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Q:

Which Greek statesman is called 'the father of democracy'?

Answer

Pericles

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